Purchasing Jobs in Katy, TX

A Purchaser in the retail industry, also known as a Buyer, plays a crucial role in managing the acquisition of products or services for a retail store or chain. They are responsible for finding, evaluating, and acquiring products that meet their company's needs and are of the best quality and price. They also negotiate with suppliers, maintain relationships, and assess the performance of existing vendors. A Purchasing Manager analyzes consumer buying patterns and predicts future trends to ensure the timely availability of products in stores.

Key skills for a Purchaser include strong negotiation skills, excellent analytical abilities, good numerical skills, and a keen understanding of the retail industry. They should also have strong interpersonal skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams effectively. Knowledge of procurement software and methodologies is beneficial. Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can boost their credibility and skills. Before becoming a Purchaser, an individual may have roles such as a Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Analyst, or Inventory Specialist.

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Purchasing Coordinator West Region

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

purchasing lead and region with special request Submit new material request forms to purchasing lead Review open purchase orders weekly Develop corrective action plans for customer back orders....

Purchasing Coordinator South Region

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

purchasing lead and region with special request Submit new material request forms to purchasing lead Review open purchase orders weekly Develop corrective action plans for customer back orders....

Category Sourcing Specialist

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

, and other key stakeholders including Risk and Legal Preparing, submitting and negotiating with Legal's support the contract terms and conditions (master service agreements, commercial terms, and purchase...

Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Utility)

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Innovate high-purity, high-performance chemicals and materials** At Advanced Materials, we are committed to offering the highest value-add specialty solutions in the advanced materials sector. Our...

Procurement Manager - Electric Power Transmission & Distribution

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Your analytical expertise will be invaluable in forecasting, budgeting, and evaluating purchasing behavior to enhance project performance....

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview: Ashton Woods is more than just a home builder. From the sale of our first home in 1989 to recently being named Builder of the Year by Builder Magazine, our focus has always been...

Purchasing Agent I

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Preferred 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, operations or estimating. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus....

Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Process Purchase Requisitions within the ERP system. Assist internal clients in the creation of Purchase Requisitions within the ERP system....

Procurement Manager (MAP24059)

  • Katy, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 5 days ago

Company - Develop and manage strategic sourcing relationships with key suppliers - Lead negotiation of Master Service Agreements (MSA) with key suppliers for all project and identified non-project purchases...

Parts Procurement Specialist

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities and Duties Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests....

Sourcing Specialist

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 days ago

The Sourcing Specialist will be part of the Source to Contract (S2C) team and will oversee the purchases and supply base of a part of the business....

Front Desk & Purchasing Coordinator

  • Missouri City, TX (24 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Missouri City, TX (24 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: We are seeking an energetic and organized Front Desk & Purchasing Coordinator to join our team....

Shipping Coordinator and Purchasing Assistant

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Purchasing Assistance: Assist in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials and supplies from vendors....

Procurement Manager

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Bachelor's degree in BA, supply chain management, purchasing or Engineering degree is required. At least 10 years of procurement experience in the manufacturing sector....

Procurement Specialist

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Procurement Specialist 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Houston, TX Procurement Specialist Our client seeks a Procurement Specialist to join their rapidly growing team. The Procurement Specialist role is...

Demographic Data for Katy, TX

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Purchasing Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Purchase management
On this online course you will find all necessary tools o correctly plan demand, and you will acquire knowledge for forecasting, strategic sourcing, management and provider evaluation. For a...
Purchase Management
This course covers all the different activities that are needed for management of purchasing. Procurement is an integral part of all organizations. It is one of the key processes that help a...
How to Use a Purchase Ledger
Purchase ledgers let organisations track and manage their debts and accounts payable effectively. A properly maintained purchase ledger enables the recording and monitoring of supplier invoices,...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Katy, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Katy, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
High School or GED
16.7%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
12.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.5%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings in Katy, TX
2-4 years
48.6%
1-2 years
22.5%
None
15.5%
4-6 years
12.8%
8-10 years
0.7%


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